Serbian Minister Accused of Favoring Rio Tinto Over National Interests

Savo Manojlović, the leader of the Kreni-Promeni movement, has directly accused Serbia's Minister of Mining and Energy, Dubravka Đedović Handanović, of prioritizing the interests of the mining company Rio Tinto.

Manojlović stated that the minister is acting as an advocate for Rio Tinto, rather than fulfilling her duty to represent Serbia's national interests. This sharp criticism suggests a significant political and public relations challenge for the government regarding its dealings with foreign resource extraction companies.

The movement's leader did not provide specific details on the alleged actions favoring Rio Tinto but framed the minister's conduct as a betrayal of national priorities. The accusation points to ongoing tensions in Serbia concerning foreign investment in natural resources and the potential impact on the country's sovereignty and economic well-being.

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Minister of Mining and Energy is acting in favor of the company, not Serbia.